Business Resources

We provide robust support for businesses in Henderson. From utilities to state benefits, Henderson has them all.

Utilities

Electric, Gas, Water and Wastewater, Fiber Internet

Electric service is provided by Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) and Rusk County Electric Coop.
Gas service is provided by CenterPoint Energy.
Water and Wastewater services are provided by the City of Henderson and area water utility companies.
Fiber Internet options are available through Optimum (formerly Suddenlink), Sparklight, Conterra, Frontier Communications and Eastex Telephone Cooperative.
Moreover, Henderson enjoys an abundant water supply and efficient wastewater management with two wastewater treatment plants operating, ensuring no major water restrictions or concerns, unlike some other areas facing water scarcity.

Tax Incentives

Tailored to fit businesses’ unique needs, including land cost reductions, job creation grants, tax abatement, TIRZ, loan funds, Chapter 380 agreements, and infrastructure incentives.

Local Services and Incentives: We provide services to all sizes of businesses, but the primary focus is on companies that manufacture or distribute goods and services for sales outside our region, bringing new capital to the local economy. The support comes in various forms, such as reductions of the cost of land, job creation grants, tax abatement, tax increment financing (TIRZ), revolving loan funds, Chapter 380 agreements, and infrastructure incentives. The staff works diligently with each business to put together the best package.
Investments: We’re committed to investing in the future. So far, we’ve invested over $810,500 in career tech facilities and equipment over the past four years, benefiting the Henderson High School’s Career Technology Education (CTE) program and the students.
State of Texas Business Assistance Programs: Texas provides a business-friendly climate, enticing companies of all sizes across all industries to flourish. Several Texas business assistance programs are available to help ensure your business thrives. The Texas Enterprise Fund, for example, is one of the most competitive deal-closing funds in the nation.

Expansion

As the heart of Rusk County and drawing from the economic vitality of Texas, Henderson stands at the cusp of a transformational phase.

Henderson is on a growth trajectory with recent developments including retail, restaurants, industrial expansions, a new state-of-the-art city hall, and a new regional business park currently under development. The city’s comprehensive plan ‘Henderson 2050’ furthers this growth and development in various areas such as Infrastructure, Traffic/Transportation, Future Land Use, Economic Development and Downtown Revitalization, among others.

Regional Business Park: An exciting addition to Henderson’s growth story is the development of a new regional business park. This investment will propel our city towards even greater economic development, fostering more opportunities for businesses.