Change was promised at Riverside County Animal Services — but critics say the public is still being left in the dark.Following months of controversy surrounding mismanagement and lack of transparency at county-run shelters, many hoped the arrival of a new director would bring openness and accountability. Instead, early signs point to a continuation of past problems.A recent attempt to schedule a media interview with the new director raised red flags. Riverside County’s public information officer, Veronica Perez, reportedly offered only a two-hour window for media access — with just a 15-minute slot available — requiring an hour-long drive to San Jacinto to participate. Critics argue that this restrictive setup is tone-deaf and fails to rebuild the community trust that was eroded during the shelter’s previous leadership.“Your house is on fire and you’re inviting people over for a barbecue,” said Fred Roggin during a segment on the situation. “You’ve lost the public’s trust — and…..