To provide a venue for social interaction and political activity in furtherance of the well being of the members.

To support this mission, the PEF Retirees will:

Provide necessary, high quality membership benefits at the lowest possible cost;

Identify critical issues on both the federal and state levels that may impact the pension and health care security of the members;

Educate members about critical issues and other issues which will enhance their retirement;

Advocate and lobby on behalf of the members, for pension, health care, and economic security enhancement;

Work for the election of candidates endorsed by PEF and the PEF Retirees and cooperate with the Regional PACs to support local candidates;

Coordinate with other organizations throughout New York State to further the aims of the PEF Retirees.