The Lilburn City Council adopted the 2015 millage rate Monday evening, rolling the rate back from 4.45 to 4.43. The vote was 3-0, with council members Eddie Price, Teresa Czyz, and Tim Dunn present.

The approval follows three public hearings, as required by state law. Though the city’s 2015 millage rate is less than the 2014 rate, the city expects to collect 1.3 percent more in property taxes, about $20,874. The anticipated increase is the result of higher assessed property values in Gwinnett.

The Lilburn City Council approved the 2015-2016 fiscal year’s budget on June 8. The $12.9-million budget is available to the public online at www.cityoflilburn.com or at city hall, 76 Main Street.