of california s thirsty grass lawns to drought resistant zero skaps, a rebate program make s it free. because of that program, we have come up with a way for homeowners to get this service for free and we think because of that this could catch fire and really help california. reporter: the plan calls for a reduction in potable water usage and agriculture must provide a water usage plan. these actions can t happen soon enough. california has about one year of water left in its reservoirs on the surface. reporter: you don t have to tell vicky how bad it is. the retiree lives it every day in central valley. they say you never miss a well until the water runs dry. it s true. who would have ever thought that i wouldn t have any water? reporter:. her well went dry and her taps