The VanBeests became a part of the Jefferson community seven years ago. Now, John VanBeest is going to be taking on a more important role in the community – city council member. VanBeest, 32, inquired about being on the city council after Paddy Rigg was appointed mayor after running unopposed in the 2023 election. That left Rigg’s original position as a Ward 2 council member open. At the June…