He retired from his federal post in January. Henderson earned a bachelor of science degree in civil engineering in 1972 from the University of Texas at Arlington and was licensed just two years later. The Hendersons have seven children and nine grandchildren. The park, to be located on .8 acre of land, will have three covered picnic tables, a picnic pavilion with a grill, a multi-purpose court for shuffleboard, volleyball and basketball. Children will have a playground with covered bench swings.
Adults can also enjoy pits for horse shoes and washers.
A one-mile walking trail will access the fishing pond, xeriscape garden, utilities and landscaping. State Sen. Frank Madla announced the grant this morning, congratulating all those who worked so hard to make the project a reality. Tonight, partly cloudy. Low in the upper 30s. Northeast to east wind 5-10 mph.