The Johns Creek City Council unanimously approved a property tax rate of 4.614 mills Monday. The levy remains the same as in past years, despite a plea from a handful of residents who sought a reduction in the rate.

Because the value of taxable property continues to decline in Johns Creek, the city expects to collect about $600,000 less in property taxes this year.

Officials will hold public hearings on the fiscal 2012 budget next month.

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The DeKalb school district is suing to recover money spent on cellphone lockers, plus money spent on implementing social media guidelines and hosting associated events, lost teaching time and to hire extra school counselors. (The New York Times file)

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