PlowNYC

This probably received a major test this weekend - - an interactive real-time map for tracking snow removal in New York City.  This is the link to the site.

A key to "better" government is greater transparency - - mapping, data visualization, GPS, the Internet, "smart" equipment, etc. are all important in the quest for better.  Great transparency = more accountability.  Having an information/data management pioneer as your Mayor is probably a huge help also.