Dunkin’ Donuts eyes September opening

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By Krystle S. Morey

Construction on the Dunkin’ Donuts shop that’s poised to be built on Quaker Street will begin any day now, officials said.

Doors will open by the middle of September, said David Shelburne, general manager of Donuts of Rutland, the company that’s building the franchise.

The colonial-style building, which will rise on the vacant lot in front of Big Lots and across the street from the Cumberland Farms store, features a drive-thru, indoor seating for 19 and free Wi-Fi.

“We thought it (the colonial-style) would best fit the character of the area,” Shelburne said.

The location will also feature on-the-go ordering, where customers can place their orders ahead of time and pick them up either in the store or via the drive-thru.

The general contractor for the project is based in Brandon, Vermont. Local subcontractors will also be sourced for parts of the project, including electrical and plumbing work.

This is Donuts of Rutland’s 14th Dunkin’ Donuts franchise. It is the company’s second New York location – the other is in Ticonderoga. The rest are in Vermont.

The company conducted a number of site analyses that looked at traffic and brand market surveys before deciding to build here.

“We are always looking for areas that we can develop, serve our customers and support the community,” Shelburne said. “The analysis gave a good indication that a store in that location could be successful.”

Shelburne said the company is just tying up loose ends with various permits. “The town, the county and the state of New York have been great,” he said.

The company will hire 10-25 employees to work all shifts at the location, both before and after the store opens. Shelburne said the company has already hired two Granville natives to be the store manager and assistant manager.

Donuts of Rutland owners Laura Merone-Walash, Frank Trombetta and Joe Merone have done business in the Granville area for 25-30 years, Shelburne said.

“It’s about the commitment to the community, the world’s best cup of coffee and quality service,” he said.

Hours of the new store are expected to be 4 a.m. to 10 p.m.