This process started last May 2019. My town only does application by appt on Tuesdays only. My LTC was set to expire in early August. I couldn't even get a call back. I had to threaten to speak to the chief. I finally received a call and appointment a week before it expired so I'm covered but I'm finding it hard to believe it takes this long to even forward the application to the state.
Question:
When you went to the PD, did they process your application on the computer and give you a receipt with the date?
That receipt is valuable.
You should keep a photo on your phone.
At least you can't get jammed up for CCW if you have proof you applied.
Question #2:
Is your LTC still active?
You can go to the FA10 portal and verify your LTC.
You have to enter the LTC# and PIN.
It's called "generate a validation letter" or something.
I'd be curious if you PIN still works on your old (current I should say) LTC.
Regarding your situation:
It's already almost a year. What's 2 more weeks before getting an answer...
Send a polite letter to the chief this week.
Next week, call the chief and ask what is going on.
I realize your rights are being violated here but you don't have leverage.
You can catch more flies with honey than vinegar.
If you are polite, the PD actually might WANT to help you and you'll avoid all the other stuff.
If all that fails, take it to the next level.