As of 6:00PM Thursday March 26th, the temporary Verizon cell tower installed at Shoppers Haven Mall in Monsey has officially been switched on, marking a significant step forward in addressing longstanding connectivity issues in the area.

Residents and visitors in the Main Street corridor, previously known for a persistent dead zone, should begin noticing improved call quality and data speeds immediately as the new tower comes online.

The activation comes just ahead of the busy Pesach season, when cellular demand in Monsey typically surges, and follows more than two years of advocacy efforts led by Congressman Mike Lawler, his Deputy Chief of Staff Rafi Silberberg, New York State Assemblyman Aron Wieder, Ramapo Town Supervisor Michael Specht, and New York State Senator Bill Weber.

Officials say the temporary tower is expected to significantly ease congestion and improve reliability for both residents and emergency responders during the Yom Tov period, while efforts continue toward implementing permanent infrastructure solutions.