Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins Honors South Dade Leader Jose "Rene" Infante With Street Naming Ceremony

South Dade comes together to celebrate the legacy of community and entrepreneurship held by Jose "Rene" Infante for decades

The community came together on Friday, November 8, 2024, to celebrate the legacy of a local legend, Jose "Rene" Infante, whose contributions to South Dade were recognized with a street naming ceremony led by Miami-Dade County Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins. The event, held at the corner of Southwest 137th Avenue and Southwest 244th Street, near the renowned Redland Market Village that Infante founded, marked a significant tribute to a man who left a lasting impact on the community.

A Journey of Community Service

Jose "Rene" Infante's story of dedication began when he immigrated to the United States as a teenager through Operation Pedro Pan. This life-changing experience paved the way for his lifelong commitment to serving the community and fostering local entrepreneurship. In 1987, Infante opened Redland Market Village, transforming it from a small flea market into a thriving hub for local businesses and entrepreneurs. The market has since become a cornerstone of the local economy, offering countless vendors the opportunity to succeed and providing the community with a vital meeting place.

At the ceremony, Commissioner Cohen Higgins, who sponsored the street naming, emphasized the importance of honoring his profound contributions to South Dade. She remarked, "Jose 'Rene' Infante's impact on South Dade has been significant. His entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to our community are what we celebrate today. Naming this street in his honor is a fitting tribute to his legacy."

She went on to highlight the extraordinary nature of Infante's influence, noting that "A supermajority vote from the Board of County Commissioners is necessary to waive the requirement that a street honoree must be deceased. In this case, a unanimous vote was received. That shows the remarkable legacy Jose 'Rene' Infante has built in South Dade."

Honoring the Legacy held by Jose "Rene" Infante

The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners had unanimously voted to co-designate a section of Southwest 137th Avenue as "Jose 'Rene' Infante Way." The ceremony served not only as a tribute to his legacy but also as an opportunity for the community to come together in celebration of his leadership. Several community leaders, along with members of the family, delivered heartfelt speeches highlighting his unwavering dedication to community service and his lasting impact on South Dade.

The event, held at Redland Market Village, attracted a wide array of attendees, from local officials to business owners and residents, all gathering to honor his contributions. The ceremony provided a moment for the community to reflect on the values of hard work and dedication that Infante embodied throughout his life.

A Celebration of Community Spirit

As the South Dade community came together to honor Jose "Rene" Infante, the event underscored the enduring power of community engagement and the positive change that local leaders like Infante inspire. The street naming ceremony not only celebrated Infante's achievements but also symbolized the strength of community spirit in South Dade, where people unite to recognize shared values and goals. Attendees at Redland Market Village had the chance to connect and reflect on the importance of supporting one another to drive local success.

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