Through its in-depth research, program monitoring, advocacy and public information activities, RIPEC aims to accomplish several missions.

The Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council:

• Suggests approaches to help improve the effectiveness and efficiency of government agencies;
• Promotes fiscal responsibility and sound management practices;
• Assists elected officials and their staffs in the development of sound policies and programs;
• Enhances understanding between the private sector and state and local governments;
• Provides objective information and conducts educational programs for the benefit of Council members, public officials, and the general public;
• Builds coalitions with other community groups to promote sound public policies; and
  Promotes a public policy agenda to promote a climate for economic opportunity.