Three candidates have submitted their names to run for Burr Ridge village president in the 2013 election.

Robert Sodikoff is a former village trustee and current acting village president, while John Bittner and Mickey Straub would be new Burr Ridge's local government.

Early voting begins March 25. Election Day is April 9.

Patch put together the following guide to help voters get to know each candidate and keep track of the latest election news. 

CANDIDATE BIOS

• John Bittner
• Robert Sodikoff
• Mickey Straub

THE 'MUST-READ' STORIES

Interesting stories relevant to the District 181 election:

• What Sets Burr Ridge Village President Candidates Apart?, April 5

• YouTube Sensation Barbara Bellar Wanted to Run for Burr Ridge Village President, April 3

• Election 2013: What is Burr Ridge Village President's Role?, April 3

• Sodikoff on I-55 Bridge: 'I Now Support the Project', March 29

• Village President Candidates: What are Their Top Priorities?, March 27

• Election 2013: 3 to Run for Burr Ridge Mayor, 5 for Village Board, Dec. 27

• Election 2013: 3 Candidates File For Burr Ridge Mayoral Race on 1st Day, Dec. 17

• Acting Mayor Sodikoff Likely To Step Down As Trustee, Dec. 13

• Burr Ridge Trustees Grela, Wott Won't Seek Re-Election in 2013, Nov. 29

• Trustee Bob Sodikoff to Run Against Gary Grasso for Burr Ridge Mayor, Nov. 26

• Gary Grasso Not Swayed by Result of Referendum on Holding Multiple Offices, Nov. 7

MORE LOCAL ELECTION COVERAGE ON PATCH

• Burr Ridge Election Central: A guide to every race that affects residents of Burr Ridge will be posted in March.
• Election 2013: A chronological feed of every election-related post on Burr Ridge Patch.

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