TownHall Software Information

TownHall Software started as "Municipal Software Solutions by Gwyaine" in 1983 and was founded by Dave Westerhoff and Kirk Sunderland. Dave & Kirk worked with clerks in Wisconsin developing the software that specifically fit the needs of a Wisconsin Clerk. One of the first clerks they worked with was Marge Mueller, clerk of the Town of Hayward to whom they are deeply indebted. Marge worked with the first DOS-based product called 'Gwyaine Practical Accounting Systems' (GPAS). She wanted 'her' software to be accurate and easy to use. It was her direct input that helped make the software accurate and user-friendly. It's for this reason we have renamed our Accounting Software the MARGE Municipal Accounting System. In 2000, it was decided that the business name of Municipal Accounting was over-used. TownHall Software was chosen to reflect the close relationship our business has with Wisconsin Municipalities. In 2000, Kirk Sunderland chose to pursue other opportunities and resigned from the company. His departure lead TownHall software to become an incorporated business and a delegated board was created. In 2009 the Board of TownHall Software decided that a complete program update was needed to incorporate new and existing technology that was available. In addition to rolling out the Windows 7 version of the software, it had been decided that a new look including manuals and perhaps additional programs were necessary. As these changes were rolling out, our founder and mentor, Dave Westerhoff passed away in May 2010. TownHall software named Susan Hogg as the new leader. She is the daughter of Dave Westerhoff and worked closely with him throughout the company's existence. With new leadership grounded by existing values, TownHall Software became stronger than ever! With a new look, an improved program and customer service, TownHall Software is prepared to continue strong into the future. In 2011, our team hired Bob Campbell. Bob is an amazing software developer with an impressive history, who has realized our vision ...