Not every GM can handle everything, as far as I understand, the Sub GMs usually gather all the necessary information from you, then forward it to the High GMs, since they are the only ones able to deal with it. Since there's A LOT more things only High GMs can do, must do, it usually takes some time till they answer your ticket. If it's something that can be dealt with fast you'll most likely receive an answer in a few days.
They didn't get it out of the way, it was just the first step in answering your ticket.