The village of Algonquin will start eminent domain proceedings to try to acquire private property and construct a roundabout. The Village Board unanimously voted Nov. 20 to start working toward acquiring land at 901 Cary Road. By eminent domain, the village is authorized to acquire property that is "useful, advantageous or desirable for municipal purposes or public welfare," according to village documents. The village hopes to improve the intersection of North Main Street and Algonquin-Cary Road. Village President John Schmitt said the village tried to negotiate with the property owner for "a couple of feet" of his land and a temporary easement on the site so a roundabout can be installed in the coming years. He said the village would pay for it. "We're putting in a roundabout at the top of the hill," Schmitt said.