Furthermore, Verizon's current FiOS coverage in New York City includes Internet access coverage only, not cable TV. Still, to make FiOS TV actually begin to happen in the Big Apple, Verizon must first manage to jump through the remaining hoops in the regulatory approval process. That means now obtaining final approval from both the Mayor's Office of the City of New York, and the New York State Public Service Commission. Verizon contends that the deal will help to fight a monopolistic approach to cable TV pervading not just New York City but other parts of the US. "After many years, real choice for TV is closer to reality for New York City residents," said Monica Azare, Verizon's senior VP for New York and Connecticut, in a statement. "When our proposal is fully approved, New York will be the first major city in the nation to break the cable TV monopoly and bring the network of the future to its residents today."