Let’s talk about Riverside County Animal Services.There’s a lot of public support for the new director, Mary Martin. Many believe she’s the change the department desperately needs. And to be fair, Martin brings a calm, compassionate tone to the job—and people have noticed. But if we look past the press releases and the polished interviews, how much has really changed?Here’s the uncomfortable truth: not much.Yes, the county has clearly gone through media training. Yes, Mary Martin appears to genuinely care. But the cold reality is this—animals are still being euthanized at the same rate. And they will continue to be. Not because of indifference, but because of the system itself. The issue isn’t just who’s in charge. The issue is the structure, the resources, the policies—and those haven’t changed.Former public information officer Erin Geddes seemed less interested in transparency. In fact, when tough questions were asked, she found a way to sidestep accountability. But activists…..