KENDLETON, Texas (Covering Katy News) — Fort Bend County dedicated its African American Heritage Monument on Saturday, unveiling a three-story memorial honoring the contributions of African Americans to the county’s development.
The monument at 630 Charlie Roberts Lane in Kendleton features 95 faceted concrete panels centered in a new park called Juneteenth Plaza at Bates Allen Park. The first phase also includes a community garden to provide fresh produce to underserved communities and a reflective pond symbolizing unity.
Precinct 4 Commissioner Dexter McCoy gave the keynote address at the dedication ceremony. Former KPRC-TV anchor Khambrel Marshall served as master of ceremonies…