NORWICH — Communication remains a challenge as the town manager and Selectboard struggle to establish goals for him ahead of his September evaluation.

Town Manager Brennan Duffy’s three-year contract allows him to work from home two days a week, but Selectboard members and members of the public report mixed success in reaching him on the days he’s working remotely.

“You’re not contactable,” Selectboard Vice Chairman Brendan Classon said to Duffy at …