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I agree. We should contact all our legislatures for this amendment to be passed.dukesean wrote:I have thought that one way we could ensure that the 60 day limit is met is to shift the burden of proof of DENYING a permit onto the state, instead of putting the burden of proof of eligibility on the applicant. In other words, if after 60 days DPS cannot find any reason (except in the case of missing paperwork/incomplete application) to deny the application, then they MUST issue the permit.
.40calMedic wrote:I agree Plato. Think about if you were in the same position, folks. You work 40+ hours a week shuffling papers all day, for average pay, stressed out management staff, and absolutely no incentive to do your job efficiently and accurately. As much as I am appalled at the broken system (home state, CHL took 1 month max w/ background check)...i'm sure they're trying to the best of their ability (albeit possibly limited in some cases). I think it ultimately comes down to the politicians, and we should hold THEM accountable for fixing a broken system.
And how do you know that they are "kept' government workers with bloated paychecks"? Can you quote how their salary range compares to other like jobs in other areas? Just because you work for the state doesn't mean you have bloated pay. I can tell you that there are a lot of clerical/administrative jobs in the private sector that pay better and have just as good or better benefits. My Brother-In-Law is a corrections officer for the state prison system in Missouri, and I guarantee you he doesn't make what they should be paid.03Lightningrocks wrote:.40calMedic wrote:I agree Plato. Think about if you were in the same position, folks. You work 40+ hours a week shuffling papers all day, for average pay, stressed out management staff, and absolutely no incentive to do your job efficiently and accurately. As much as I am appalled at the broken system (home state, CHL took 1 month max w/ background check)...i'm sure they're trying to the best of their ability (albeit possibly limited in some cases). I think it ultimately comes down to the politicians, and we should hold THEM accountable for fixing a broken system.
That is total BULL. They are "kept" government workers with bloated paychecks and they are not doing their jobs properly. This garbage would not be happening if they were doing their jobs properly. The signs of disorganization are all over the place. If everyone were getting processed in order I might have to think they are poor overworked folks...but nope...the process is all over the map.
I am sick of everyone crying we should blame the politicians. That is nothing more than a sorry excuse for not taking responsibility as individuals. What in the world happened to the good old fashion work ethic?
If I thought they would welcome my help, I would be all over it. The first thing I would do is organize the process, so that the applications are processed in order.Keith B wrote:And how do you know that they are "kept' government workers with bloated paychecks"? Can you quote how their salary range compares to other like jobs in other areas? Just because you work for the state doesn't mean you have bloated pay. I can tell you that there are a lot of clerical/administrative jobs in the private sector that pay better and have just as good or better benefits. My Brother-In-Law is a corrections officer for the state prison system in Missouri, and I guarantee you he doesn't make what they should be paid.03Lightningrocks wrote:.40calMedic wrote:I agree Plato. Think about if you were in the same position, folks. You work 40+ hours a week shuffling papers all day, for average pay, stressed out management staff, and absolutely no incentive to do your job efficiently and accurately. As much as I am appalled at the broken system (home state, CHL took 1 month max w/ background check)...i'm sure they're trying to the best of their ability (albeit possibly limited in some cases). I think it ultimately comes down to the politicians, and we should hold THEM accountable for fixing a broken system.
That is total BULL. They are "kept" government workers with bloated paychecks and they are not doing their jobs properly. This garbage would not be happening if they were doing their jobs properly. The signs of disorganization are all over the place. If everyone were getting processed in order I might have to think they are poor overworked folks...but nope...the process is all over the map.
I am sick of everyone crying we should blame the politicians. That is nothing more than a sorry excuse for not taking responsibility as individuals. What in the world happened to the good old fashion work ethic?
The folks in the office are working under the restrictions of budget and head count. The budget comes from the state funding. Until someone from above pushes the buttons to get them the extra money and help (it has been reported they now have 12 additional temporary workers) then the process will drag on as is and they will do the best they can.
I am sure they would welcome the extra help if you want to go down and volunteer to assist in processing apps!
Just volunteer. They can say "Yes" or they can say "No".03Lightningrocks wrote:
If I thought they would welcome my help, I would be all over it. The first thing I would do is organize the process, so that the applications are processed in order.
I did another email request for a pin today. Same old garbage....blah blah blah...not entered in system. So I sent a follow up asking if there was a problem or if my application is lost since it's been over 60 days. They sent me another email telling me it takes 90-120 days. I guess we just have to get glad in the same pants we got mad in.ed3eclipse wrote:Day 76..........
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