Carolyn Eslick is a Republican state representative for Washington's 39th Legislative District , which includes East Snohomish County and East Skagit County, encompassing areas from Sultan to Darrington and the city of Lake Stevens. A resident of Sultan, she was initially appointed to the role and elected in 2018. Prior to state service, she owned a restaurant for over 20 years, founded GroWashington , served as a Sultan city council member, and was mayor for more than nine years. She lives with her husband, Chuck Donaldson , and they have six children and eight grandchildren.

Notable achievements and positions include Ranking Minority Member on the Legislative-Executive WorkFirst Poverty Reduction Oversight Task Force, advocacy for mental health, housing, public safety, substance abuse prevention, child care, and early learning, and service on the Washington State Task Force Against Trafficking. Awards: 2020 Champion for Children Award ; 2019 and 2023 Behavioral Health Champion .

Education and Political Experience

• Early background: Grew up on a farm; worked at her mother's dry cleaners from age 11, instilling values of hard work.
• Business experience: Restaurant owner ; founded GroWashington; advocated for local business issues in Sultan.
• Local government: City council member and mayor of Sultan .
• State legislature: Appointed then elected as House Representative for the 39th District; focuses on mental health, substance abuse, public safety, housing, child care, and early learning.